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Afiara String Quartet
Thursday, February 3, 2011
 “...startling
intensity!"
"...powerful, keen-edged sound”
--San Francisco Classical Voice
The Afiara String Quartet takes its name from the Spanish word fiar,
meaning "to trust." This amazing viola, cello & two violin quartet gives
every piece they play a unique blend of energy, style and pizzazz.
This all-Canadian group was named The Juilliard School’s new graduate
resident string quartet and won the Concert Artists Guild International
Competition in New York, following with a top prize at the Munich ARD
International Music Competition. The Afiara String Quartet’s
commitment to education combines urban elements by coupling together
Haydn and hip-hop, complete with a rapping cellist, often to the glee of
students and enthusiastic amusement of adults.
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